No Favorites

Read  Acts 10:24–48 Then Peter began to speak: “I now realize how true it is that God does not show favoritism but accepts men from every nation who fear him and do what is right” (Acts 10:34,35). “Mom always liked you best” was the cry of one brother to his younger brother in a famous comedy act. Sometimes we may …

Light from the Old Testament

Read  Leviticus 23:1 through 27:34 Margie was sharing the gospel with Joanie, young woman who professed a cultic religion. Joanie stopped Margie with a question: “Christians say the Jews are God’s chosen people. What does that mean?” While Margie knew about Jesus’ life, she lacked knowledge of the Old Testament, so Joanie ended the conversation. “‘I will look on you …

Hide and Go Seek

Read  Matthew 28:1–20 What concerns you about sharing your salvation story? Maybe you’re afraid of how people will respond. Perhaps you won’t be able to find the right words. Or possibly you feel you won’t be able to answer questions. No matter your personal reservations, be comforted knowing that Jesus not only gave the command to go, but also explained …

Weak but Willing

Read  Matthew 26:3 through 27:66 Peter is perhaps the most well-known apostle of Christ, notorious for his impulsiveness, hasty words, and bold character. He audaciously declared he would go “to prison and to death” with Christ, only to deny Him later that day. Peter also impetuously cut an ear off one of the high priest’s servants when Jesus was arrested. …